Registered Nurse - MDSU

• Based in the stunning Bay of Plenty with beaches, lifestyle, and a vibrant community
• Permanent part time available - 08FTE / 32 hours per week
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are looking for aRegistered Nurse to join our Medical Day Stay Unit (MDSU) at Tauranga Hospital. Our unit is operational Monday to Friday between 7:00am – 5:30pm, and we provide care for patients undergoing day infusions, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, radiological procedures, and other short-stay treatments. 

This role is well suited to nurses with broad clinical experience, particularly in ambulatory or procedural care, who thrives in a focused and well-paced environment. Pre and post care is a key part of this role, and your ability to work autonomously while contributing to a cohesive team will be essential.

The unit also provides 24/7 on-call endoscopy services. Once trained, nurses will participate in the roster and must live within 20 minutes of the hospital, hold a valid NZ driver's license, and have access to a registered vehicle.

We have available a permanent part time opportunity working 0.8FTE / 32 hours per week.  

About the Team/Service/ Location

MDSU is a streamlined, patient-focused unit where efficiency, trust, and collaboration define the culture. The team works across multiple disciplines, supported by robust systems and a commitment to safe, compassionate care.

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About you

You bring confidence, adaptability, and a calm presence in busy settings. Whether you're already experienced in procedural nursing or ready to step into a new specialty, your focus on quality care and teamwork will help you thrive in this environment.

What you will bring:

• Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
• Experience in day stay, ambulatory care, or procedural services (preferred)
• Strong assessment, recovery, and patient education skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team

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Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on Friday 23 October 2026. If you have any questions about the role, reference vacancy TAU02317 and contact bp-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.